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From pink Hummer stretch limos to classic wedding styles, Imperial Coaches makes it possible to create any client's fantasy world on wheels. Being in high demand and expanding the number of lighting options in their limos, Imperial Coach Builders has transitioned from using fluorescent lights to using LED. Customers have choices whether to outfit their limo with light up dance poles, rope lights, starry ceilings and walls, lighted floors and mood lights throughout their vehicle.

Let There Be Light!

For the designers at Imperial Coach Builders, the focus of their limo creations is entirely centered on making their client's imagination a reality. Located in Springfield, Mo., Imperial Coaches has distinguished itself from others due to their precise attention to detail, overwhelming lighting designs and use of LED. By introducing LED, Richard Meagher, plant manager and engineer, found that because all of the lights run off of the car battery, LED requires less power, stays cooler and shines brighter.

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Big screen monitors are a popular feature on ABC Companies' coaches. Louis Hotard, director of technical services, says, "Most busses have standard 10- and 15-inch monitors if you're lucky. The big 20-inch screens, we have six of those in a coach. That's kind of the wow factor."

Onboard Wi-Fi Entertainment

From Wi-Fi service to DVD systems to 110-volt outlets for charging any type of mobile communication device imaginable, passengers are used to having these amenities in their homes, and are increasingly requesting extra technology of coach operators.

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DriveSoft owner Jack Cali and hip hop performer Xzibit were featured in an episode of MTV's "Pimp My Ride." DriveSoft produces advanced, high-tech, electrical switching systems ideal for high-end sound systems, interior lighting, and other sophisticated limousine electronics.

Drivesoft Limousine Switching Systems

The Drivesoft Corp.'s Drivesoft System with DFS is an in-car computer system that has been featured International CES and the SEMA Show, as well as on an episode of MTV's "Pimp My Ride," a build-off show that was featured on TLC Rides and a Sport Compact Car Build series. In a photo in this gallery, company founder Jack Cali appears with show host and rapper Xzibit. Cali devised the Drivesoft Alive System with Driver Friendly Software (DFS). In 2008, Drivesoft began development of Limousine Switching Systems.

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The Garmin nuvi 855 offers faster more accurate route calculation than the prior nuvi 850 on a 4.3-inch touch screen, according to Garmin. It offers a "Where to" option that allows drivers to give a destination through voice or touch screen. The unit improves recognition of unfamiliar intersections, road signs and junctions. It retails for about $500. Real-time traffic is available via the MSN Direct service for $49.95 a year, or for a one-time charge of $129.95.

GPS Navigation Units

GPS systems from Garmin, TomTom and others have evolved to a point where they provide detailed, accurate guidance to drivers. And with features such as Bluetooth hands-free calling, touch screens, spoken directions and lane guidance, they have become as easy to use as a cell phone. Depending on the unit, traffic data can also be brought to the screen of these portable navigation devices.

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